By 
Bengt Halvorson, Editor
In order to bring you this comprehensive review of the 2008 Scion xD, the automotive brain trust at TheCarConnection.com consulted with a wide range of review sources, then included the driving experience of TheCarConnection’s editors. Likes -Styling makes a short, stubby ...
By Bengt Halvorson, Editor
2008 SCION XD STYLING | [7 out of 10] Kelley Blue Book: “aggressive short, squat stance” Car and Driver: “a polarizing design” Automobile: “more traditional driver centered dash” Kelley Blue Book: “dash is simple and easy to navigate” A unique exterior and a functional interior mesh for a funky, utilitarian aesthetic in the 2008 Scion xD. From the outside, the 2008 Scion xD has a very aggressive style, with flared wheel wells filled by standard 16-inch wheels or optional alloys that range up to 18 inches. Says Car and Driver, “anyone who remembers the rounder version of the bean-and-box duo that launched Scion in the U.S. will be hard pressed to see the xD as anything but a replacement for the xA.” Critics generally like the departure from the xA’s rather generic duds, with adjectives such as “polarizing” (Car and Driver), “sharper,” (Automobile), and ...
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OverviewProspective Scion buyers need to understand they're joining a cult. This is inseparable from the mechanical aspects of the car. And you have to not just drink the Kool-Aid, but buy... Read full review
What Edmunds.com says A stylized exterior and an impressive features list should attract buyers to this cool compact hatch, but some competing models offer more utility, driver comfort and... Read full review
You might not have even heard of the brand Scion, and have never heard of the name xB, yet you could probably identify one if it drove right by. It's that little box on wheels that doesn't... Read full review
"I've had this car for a little over two weeks now, and I LOVE IT. As soon as I walked into the Scion showroom, I was hooked. The XD is just beautiful. It's roomy in the front and the back... Read full review
Mileage: 2500 Style: Owned Before: This is my first time owning a vehicle of this make. Pros Gas Mileage, looks Cons Cargo room Review I'm loving my xD so far! It's very comfortable for me... Read full review
Well, what else is there to say? Its a small, yet spacious four door hatchback. Ooops, did I say the dreaded H-word? Well, I like hatchbacks, after all, aren't SUVs just big station wagons?... Read full review
| Trim | MSRP / Invoice | Fuel Econ |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 Scion xD: 5dr HB Man (Natl) | $14,550 / $13,822 | City: 27 Hwy: 33 |
| 2008 Scion xD: 5dr HB Man (GS) | $14,550 / $13,822 | City: 27 Hwy: 33 |
| 2008 Scion xD: 5dr HB Man (SE) | $14,550 / $13,822 | City: 27 Hwy: 33 |
| 2008 Scion xD: 5dr HB Auto (Natl) | $15,350 / $14,582 | City: 26 Hwy: 32 |
| 2008 Scion xD: 5dr HB Auto (GS) | $15,350 / $14,582 | City: 26 Hwy: 32 |
| 2008 Scion xD: 5dr HB Auto (SE) | $15,350 / $14,582 | City: 26 Hwy: 32 |
In order to bring you this comprehensive review of the 2008 Scion xD, the automotive brain trust at TheCarConnection.com consulted with a wide range of review ... Read full bottom line
2008 SCION XD STYLING | [7 out of 10] Kelley Blue Book: “aggressive short, squat stance” Car and Driver: “a polarizing design” Automobile: “more traditional ... Read full review
for the 2008 Scion xD from a dealer near you.
2009 | 2008
MSRP: $14,550 - $15,350
"I've had this car for a little over two weeks now, and I LOVE IT. As soon as I walked into the Scion showroom, I was hooked. The XD is just beautiful. It's... Read more
Mileage: 2500 Style: Owned Before: This is my first time owning a vehicle of this make. Pros Gas Mileage, looks Cons Cargo room Review I'm loving my xD so far!... Read more
Well, what else is there to say? Its a small, yet spacious four door hatchback. Ooops, did I say the dreaded H-word? Well, I like hatchbacks, after all, aren't... Read more
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